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We caught up with Brad Walker, co-chair of the Which? LGBTQ+ Network, who spoke about what Pride month meant to him. He said: ‘Pride isn't just one big party – it's a celebration of LGBTQ+ history and how far we've come, but also an acknowledgement that there's still change to be done. Pride is about equal rights, acceptance and celebrating ourselves.’ This month, the LGBTQ+ Network will be hosting several social gatherings, where colleagues can come together to celebrate and express what Pride means to them. Last week we had a great turnout at the coffee and cake social in our Cardiff office – check out the wonderful Pride-themed cake! #Pride #PrideMonth #PrideMonth2022
Congratulations to our May Values Sharer, internal communications manager, Anisha Mistry-Jones (MCIPR)! Anisha was nominated by her colleagues for living the values of ‘We’re Connected’ and ‘We Make It Happen’. She planned and executed three hybrid sessions of the Forum, a quarterly all-staff event, across our offices in London and Cardiff, while facing lots of logistical challenges in an extremely short period of time. She received excellent feedback from her colleagues and generated ‘unprecedented levels of engagement’. She made employees feel included, and overall did an incredible job! #Culture
Say hello to Ruby Oluwafemi, resourcing business partner, who is passionate about inclusive hiring, mentoring and nurturing young talent at the beginning of their career. She became an ambassador for NoTurningBack2020 last July and has since spoken at a number of schools and universities, highlighting the opportunities in marketing and communications to students and graduates from diverse backgrounds. Last week, she spoke at the #NoTurningBack careers festival: 'It was great to give some insight into looking for your first job, drawing from my own personal experience many years ago. But I also enjoyed sharing advice, as a recruiter, to ensure that young talent can put their best foot forward in interviews and when applying for jobs.'
Four months on from Ofcom's warning, we're calling on broadband providers to do a better job of promoting social tariffs to their customers. We conducted snapshot research and found that during the sign up process for a new broadband deal, none of providers asked if people received benefits such as Universal Credit. Given that telecoms services are essential, providers should ensure they actively support their customers, particularly those who are financially vulnerable. We are also calling on the government to reduce the amount of VAT paid on telecoms from 20% down to 5%. A reduction in VAT could save those on a standard broadband tariff up to £57 a year, and those on a social tariff up to £37.50 a year. Read more about our latest research: https://lnkd.in/ePkHSvvg
Say hello to Manca Virant, researcher and writer, who originally joined Which? as a sales and service advisor for Legal Members Services in January 2021. She says: 'I was excited to become a part of an organisation with such a positive reputation for helping consumers. My goal was always to progress within the company and ideally work in the content department, so I was thrilled when an opportunity to apply for a content role presented itself. 'I've been in my new role for three months and really enjoy researching and writing about home-related topics like small domestic appliances and vacuum cleaners, combining the knowledge I gained talking to Which? members on a daily basis.' To find out more about our latest career opportunities, visit https://lnkd.in/d_DpCw4 #JobsAtWhich #Careers #ContentWriting
Here's our Which? Legal team celebrating their recent return to the office in Cardiff. The team of 38 has over 330 years of combined legal experience! They advise members on a huge range of legal issues: landlord and tenant, employment law, wills and probate, holiday and travel, consumer goods and services, water supply and sewerage, parking and motoring offences, neighbour problems, data protection and TV Licensing. Last year they saved our members more than £888,000.
We’re asking that the Department for Transport safeguards and improves passenger rights, giving the air travel regulator Civil Aviation Authority greater powers to take action against airlines breaking the rules. Find out more about our campaign https://lnkd.in/eH9HEN8Z #AirTravel
We’re proud to welcome Kenneth Danquah, FCA to Which?, who recently joined our board as non-executive director. Ken began his career as an accountancy trainee, undertaking qualifications and rising to become an audit senior. Later on he joined Universal, taking responsibility for budgeting and profit and loss for film and video releases in the UK. After working for WeWork for a couple of years, he is now back in the world of entertainment as chief financial officer at Mercury Studios Co. At Which?, Ken will be helping to grow our community and audience by working with the content strategy, technology, data and distribution teams. He will also be providing support on our financial planning strategy so Which? can be resilient to the uncertainties in the wider global economy we all face. Welcome to Which?, Ken!
Say hello to Chloe Benfield, member services senior adviser for Which?, based in our Cardiff office. Prior to Which?, Chloe worked in many roles, from a disabilities support worker to a SEO writer. Her broad experience stands Chloe in great stead in her Which? role, where she will be providing our members with a personalised service, offering practical and expert advice. Chloe was first attracted to Which? after seeing our great Glasdoor reviews. She says: ‘I always do my research, and what was clear was that it was a great place to work with fantastic progression opportunities.’ Find out more about the latest career opportunities with us: https://lnkd.in/d_DpCw4 #MemberServices #CareersAtWhich #Careers
Last week, as part of #LearningAtWork week, colleagues at all levels took up the challenge of running a workshop showcasing a hidden talent, with the aim of passing on a new skill. Six sessions, attended by lots of enthusiastic peers, included: ➡️ Learning to bake delicious bread ➡️ Meditation for beginners ➡️ Writing masterclass ➡️ Perfecting your digital photography ➡️ Learning to code ➡️ Connecting with colleagues Pictured: Jenny Mclaughin, senior corporate communications manager and committed baking enthusiast with one of her loaves.
